ePoc release: Fundamentals of Manipulation Robotics

The Learning Lab team is launching a new free mobile training course dedicated to a rapidly growing field: manipulation robotics. Accessible to everyone, this program offers a clear and progressive introduction to the essential foundations of modern robotics.

Why take an interest in robotics today?

Robotics is already transforming many sectors — industry, healthcare, logistics — and its evolution is accelerating. Understanding its foundations is becoming a real asset, whether you are a student, a professional, or simply curious about emerging technologies.

A complete, accessible and interactive training course

Entitled "Fundamentals of Manipulation Robotics", this training guides you through the key concepts:
• The historical evolution of robotics.
• The essential components of robotic systems.
• The different movement methods.
• Perception mechanisms.
• The role of artificial intelligence.

The content has been designed for smooth and dynamic mobile learning, with:
• short and educational videos,
• interactive animations,
• quizzes to test your knowledge,
• and scientifically validated content by Jean-Pierre Merlet, Inria researcher, and Clara Thomas, Inria/3IA PhD candidate.

What you will learn

At the end of this training, you will be able to:
✔ Understand the origins and major milestones of robotics.
✔ Identify the different robot movement strategies.
✔ Understand the basics of robotic perception.
✔ Explore artificial intelligence applications in robotics.
✔ Analyze technological challenges and associated ethical issues.

How to access the training?

Nothing could be easier:
• Download the ePoc application: https://epoc.inria.fr/epocs/e013jm
• Search for the training in the catalog: "Fundamentals of Manipulation Robotics"
Start learning at your own pace, directly on your mobile device.

Join the community

To go further, connect with other learners, ask your questions, and share your feedback on the ePoc Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/xzSVeuPEtH An ideal training course to acquire robotics fundamentals, understand current challenges, and prepare for tomorrow’s innovations.